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Father Peter Writes - July and August 2008

We are now heading into the main holiday season and whilst many prefer to take their holidays at less busy times, with the schools on holiday, July and August remain the main holiday season. People also hope that at this time of year the weather will be better and so travelling will be enhanced. Relaxation is very important, time off was built into the grand scheme of God’s creation, He rested on the seventh day. Having worked hard all week and seeing that His creation was good, He rested.

August is traditionally a quiet month in the life of the Church. Few meetings take place and other regular activities all tail off. August is a time of rest and renewal for many in the Church. With much of the year being very busy, with lots of things to do, August gives us all a chance to reflect on what is important.

This time of year is not a time off from God. It is instead a time to reflect on what God wants from us and His Church. It is a time to get back to our prayer lives and to the bible study all of us know we ought to be doing and perhaps do not always manage. It can be a time to get back to a Mass in the week. It could be an opportunity to refocus our discipleship in preparation for the autumn.

The Christian life must be a life which is focused and centred on God. August is one of these times when can remind ourselves of that fact and have an opportunity to do something about it.
 
Wishing you every blessing,

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